Holiday Event Guide 2016

Completely updated for 2016!

Enjoy your holiday season!

www.PortlandFamilyFun.com Holiday Events Guide for 2016
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Events 2016 Date Event Time Address Price November 21 - December 31 Portland's Pittock Mansion Tour the historic Pittock Mansion, typically decorated to match the holidays! 2016- Symbols of the Season with Periodic Music *Get a Museum Pass from the Library for FREE admission 11am-4pm Daily The Pittock Mansion Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive Portland, OR 97210 (503) 823-3623  Adults $11 Seniors (65+)$10 Youth (ages 6-18) $8 Weekends until Christmas. Holiday Express The Holiday Express is coming to town! Departing from Oaks Park in SE Portland, Oregon, Santa and his Elves invite you on board the special train for a pleasant ride along the Willamette River and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. Varies Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation - Holiday Express This event will operate with trains running on the Oregon Pacific Railroad in Southeast Portland, Oregon. Price vary depending on time and date. Friday after Thanksgiving Macy's Holiday Parade in Downtown Portland Enjoy holiday fun on the Day after Thanksgiving! 8:45am Macy's Parade Info FREE TBA Stevens Crawford Heritage House Christmas Celebration  The historic Stevens Crawford House will be decorated with dolls and dollhouses at the free annual Holiday Open House (10am - 4pm) Stevens Crawford House 603 Sixth St. Oregon City 503.655.2866  FREE Friday after Thanksgiving Pioneer Courthouse Square Tree Lighting On the evening after Thanksgiving, Portland gathers at the Square to celebrate the official start of the season by lighting the spectacular 70ft Tree. Big, bright and beautiful, this event unites the community in an evening of celebration and sharing for the whole family. 5:30pm Pioneer Courthouse Square 6th & Yamhill Downtonwn Portland FREE Several dates available until December 31 The Cinnamon Bear Cruises. The Portland Spirit has a yearly schedule of You can adventure into the land of maybe with Pirates and Cinnamon Bear himself. Includes a photo with the Cinnamon Bear. Days and times vary.  The Cinnamon Bear Cruises. The Portland Spirit $30 Adults $22 Children Weekends December 2-18. Christmas in Dairyville and Storybook Lane Tour Dairyville and Storybook Lane, get your photo with Santa, see a model train display and animals. One of our favorite Family Traditions for over 35 years! Fridays 3-6pm Weekends 11am-6pm Alpenrose Dairy 6149 SW Shattuck Rd. Off Beaverton Hillsdale HWY FREE Unknown Festival of the Nativities More than 600 Nativities, music and kids activities. Live Nativities.  Public is welcomed to this spectacular event.   Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 4195 SW 99th Avenue Beaverton, OR FREE Weekends in December. Follow The Star Celebrating our 14th Season A great live Nativity show. Come dressed for the weather as this is all outside and takes about 45 minutes to walk the tour. The first and second weekend in December New reservation policy means no more long lines. However they will have 300 spots available each night on a first come first served basis. 7-9pm Fridays 7-9pm Saturday & Sunday Seventh Day Adventist Church Park Convention Center, 19800 Oatfield Road Gladstone, OR (503) 655-2614. FREE First Saturday, in December CHAMPOEG HOLIDAY GATHERING Join costumed volunteers in a celebration of the season! Make seasonal treats, put greens together for a swag for your door, listen and sing along to favorite holiday music by Heartstrings. Free event with the purchase of a $5 State Parks Day Use Parking Pass. 11am-4pm Champoeg Visitor Center Friends of Historic Champoeg 8239 Champoeg Road NE, St.Paul,OR,97137 (503)678-1649  $3 per vehicle parking fee First weekend in December Scan Fair ScanFair this year will mark the 30th year of this wonderful Christmas festival. Get ready to celebrate the sights, sounds, tastes and traditions of a Nordic Christmas! 10am-4pm Portland Memorial Coliseum $7 Adult $6 Student FREE under 12 Unknown Heritage Holidays at the McLoughlin House in Oregon City Step back in time, to the 1850’s. The holiday season is approaching, and everyone is preparing for the festivities. Learn what it might have been like to celebrate Christmas with the McLoughlin Family. Noon-3pm McLoughlin House 713 Center Street OregonCity, Oregon  97045 503-656-5146 FREE December 11, 2016 Christmas in the Country Philip Foster Farm creates an 1880's Christmas complete with Santa, Molasses Cookies, and grinding corn meal to eat on Christmas Morning. Great historical site with fun for the whole family. Inexpensive trees and wreaths as well. Second Weekend in December 11am-4pm Philip Foster farm historic oregon trail site Eagle Creek , OR FREE November 19, 2016 Carriage Rides Get into the holiday spirit and enjoy a memorable carriage ride through the streets of beautiful downtown Lake Oswego. The horse drawn carriage will pick you up at the entrance of Millennium Plaza.  2-8pm Main Fire Station 300 B Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 $5/$3 First Saturday in December Downtown Milwaukie Umbrella Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony The Parade starts at 4pm with the Tree Lighting at 5pm. Parade walkers with decorated umbrellas should congregate at Max Station by 3:30pm. 4-6pm City Hall in Downtown Milwaukie FREE Saturdays & Sundays 2016 SOLD OUT Willamette Shore Trolley Fares For those who want to be on the move, the Willamette Shore Trolley provides another way to celebrate the holiday with its special excursions to see the Holiday Ship Parades on the river.  Check for special Christmas Ship times. All trains depart Lake Oswego  If you are interested in tickets, call the depot at 503-697-7436. $25 Saturday, December 10, 2016 Christmas at Fort Vancouver Experience first hand the festive traditional sights, smells, and sounds of the holiday season at Fort Vancouver. Visitors will be able to view and participate in activities undertaken by residents at the fort during the holiday season. 10am-3pm Fort Vancouver 1001 E Fifth St. Vancouver, WA 360-696-7655 $5 adult  Free for children under 15 Dec 10, 2016 Silver Falls Christmas Festival .Join us for holiday crafts—make a wreath, a gingerbread house, cards, and ornaments. Storytelling and live music. Special appearances by JR Beaver and Santa. Click here for more info. 11am-4pm Silver Falls State Park OR 214, 26 miles E of Salem FREE with day use parking. Second Saturday in December Holiday Parade * Join Santa after parade at Willamette Fire Station * Hot cocoa, cider, and cookies * Bring a new unwrapped toy for local children in need * Visit local merchants in historic Willamette Area * Ugly Sweater Dash before the parade. 10am Willamette Falls Drive West Linn, OR FREE December 5-18, 2016 Christmas Ships Parade 2015 marks the 61th year of the magical Christmas Ship Parade! This holiday tradition began in 1954 with a lone sailboat from the Portland Yacht Club. Event is dependent upon weather and river conditions. For additional information, visit http://www.christmasships.org 6 or 7pm Along the Columbia or Willamette River depending on the evening. FREE December 9, 2016 Timberline Lodge Christmas Tree Lighting 6pm Timberline Lodge FREE Saturday, December 17, 2016 Winter Solstice Event (Christmas Fleet) - There will be a roaring bon fire, caroling, and watching the Christmas fleet roll by on the river. There will be refreshments sold. 5-8pm Milwaukie Riverfront Park Milwaukie FREE MANY dates Check website 2016 The Polar Express Just like it sounds, head out to the train in your PJ's, get Hot Chocolate and sing songs, meet Santa when you get to the North Pole! 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7pm TICKETS SELL FAST! Reserve NOW! Mt. Hood Railroad 110 Railroad Ave. Hood River, OR 800-872-4661 Tickets vary depending on trip

Lights Dates Event Time Address/Information Price Most likely to have more houses after December 15. deLights of Christmas This is one of those great neighborhoods where everyone goes all out on their Christmas Decorating! Nightly until at least 9pm. Ridgewood Dr. of off the South end of Webster Road in Milwaukie/Gladstone FREE Friday after Thanksgiving - December 30, 2016 (Closed Christmas) Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights Includes Religious themed light displays, concerts and holiday events for all ages. +Petting Zoo 5-9:30pm Grotto 85th & Sandy Blvd. NE Public Information 503-261-2400 $10/$5  Nov. 25- December 25 2016 Winter Wonderland at PIR. Drive through light show with thousands of lights. 5-10pm Sun-Thurs 5-11pm Fri & Sat. Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd. 503-801-4396 $20 per car Nov. 26-Jan. 1, 2017 Closed Dec 24/25 Zoo Lights - The Zoo is covered in over 1 million lights. There is also a special train lights tour, animated animals, and a mini train for viewing. Not all animals are visible. 5-8pm Sun-Th 5-8:30 F-Sat www.oregonzoo.org 4001 SW Canyon Rd. Admission varies by day.  December 10-23, 2016 Miracle of a Million Lights Victorian Mansion Queen Anne Victorian Miracle of a Million Lights. Tour through an 1885 Queen Anne Victorian home with marvelous lights inside and out. Children's activities, refreshments, and more. See website for coupon 6-10pm Queen Anne Victorian Mansion 1441 N McClellan St 503-283-3224 $6/$3 December 2-30, 2016 Closed Sundays Wenzel Farm Fantasy Trail Walk through a holiday trail with lights, and sounds. Go throught the 40 castle, crooked house, maze and suspension bridge. Refreshments available. MUST SEE 6-9pm Fantasy Trail 19754 South Ridge Road Oregon City, Oregon 97045 (503) 631-2047 Adults $5 Kids $4 December 5-18, 2016 Christmas Ships Parade 2015 marks the 61th year of the magical Christmas Ship Parade! This holiday tradition began in 1954 with a lone sailboat from the Portland Yacht Club. Event is dependent upon weather and river conditions. For additional information, visit http://www.christmasships.org 6 or 7pm Along the Columbia or Willamette River depending on the evening. FREE Saturday, December 17, 2016 Winter Solstice Event (Christmas Fleet) - There will be a roaring bon fire, caroling, and watching the Christmas fleet roll by on the river. There will be refreshments sold. 5-8pm Milwaukie Riverfront Park Milwaukie FREE December 15-31, 2016 Peacock Lane Drive through this block of Holiday cheer, or park and walk. There are carolers some nights, and hot chocolate for sale. December 15, 16, 17 are pedestrian only nights! 6-11pm The Lights on Peacock Lane | Portland Oregon One block east of SE 39th Ave. between Stark and Belmont. FREE

Movies Date Event Times Location Price Unknown Dates for this year. A Fundraiser for "Dinner & A Movie" A CHRISTMAS STORY (PG - 1983) Ralphie has to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun really is the perfect gift for the 1940's. 1 p.m. doors; 2 p.m. show Not sure if this is the correct location for 2014 Mission Theater (503) 223-4527 1624 N.W. Glisan Portland, OR 97209 $5 donation per person; $1 kids under 11 | All ages; minor with parent

Music Date Event Times Location Price TBA An Evening of Music to Celebrate the Season All community members welcome! 7 - 8:45 pm Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 10509 SE 5th St Vancouver, WA 360-693-0590 FREE Check website for many different dates and times for 2016 Singing Christmas Tree What began as a local church choir’s gift has grown into what has become a Portland Christmas tradition. The sacrifice and commitment of this year’s choir and all of the choir alumni is what has kept the Portland Singing Christmas Tree alive! Check website for many different dates and times for 2016 Keller Auditorium SW 3rd & Clay Portland, OR 97204 Price vary by date and time. Several December Dates Dickens Carolers at McMenamins Other Dates & Locations You'll think you've stepped back in time if you happen to catch these singers in period costume strolling about our property, belting out all the hippest holiday hits of the nineteenth century. Afterward, warm up with a McMenamins Houseroasted Coffee or a pint of Kris Kringle Seasonal Ale. Check site for times. Cornelius Pass Roadhouse (503) 640-6174 4045 N.W. Cornelius Pass Rd. Hillsboro, OR Free Several December Dates Dickens Carolers at McMenamins Other Dates & Locations You'll think you've stepped back in time if you happen to catch these singers in period costume strolling about our property, belting out all the hippest holiday hits of the nineteenth century. Afterward, warm up with a McMenamins Houseroasted Coffee or a pint of Kris Kringle Seasonal Ale. Check site for times. Edgefield  (503) 669-8610 2126 S.W. Halsey St. Troutdale, OR  Free December 10, 2016 Tuba Christmas Tuba enthusiasts, music lovers, and all of those last minute shoppers will rejoice in the sound of nearly 200 tubas playing the festive music of the season. The audience not only listens to the sounds of the powerful tubas, but is encouraged to participate in the sing-a-long carols.  1:30-3pm Pioneer Courthouse Square Lots of other musical events. FREE Nearly everyday throughout the season. Holiday Musical Performances Almost every day, until the end of the holidays, there are performances happening at the Square.  Check the link for details. Various times. Pioneer Courthouse Square Lots of other musical events.   FREE

Performances Check Website for 2016 dates Oregon Ballet Theatre The Nutcracker Times vary Keller Auditorium Tickets $15-$130 December 16-21, 2016 Portland Revels : The Christmas Revels 2016 Each December, Portland Revels presents The Christmas Revels, a multifaceted stage production to welcome the winter season. Combining instrumental and choral music, children's songs and games, ritual and folk dance traditions, drama, poetry, and audience participation, this event springs from an age-old tradition of winter solstice celebration. Times vary St. Mary’s Academy 1615 SW 5th Avenue in Portland. Tickets $18-$39 December 2- December 26, 2016 Portland Center Stage » The Santaland Diaries Please note: children under 6 cannot be admitted.  Best for kids over 14. Times vary Portland Center Stage || Gerding Theater at the Armory, 128 NW Eleventh Avenue, Portland, OR 97209 || 503.445.3700 Tickets $20-60 December 10-26, 2016 Michael Allen Harrison- Christmas at The Old Church.  Home - Michael Allen Harrison Records Michael will be joined by many friends and family for another memorable evening of the season. Times Vary The Historic Old Church 1422 SW 11th Ave. (11th & Clay) (503) 222-2031 General Admission: $22.50 Preferred Seating: $49.50 December 15-23 The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Not your typical Christmas Pageant. Other holiday events as well. 2pm Weekend Matinees 7:30pm all days Lakewood Theater Lake Oswego, OR $15/$12

Santa Every mall in town will have their own Santa sightings! November 28- December 24, 2016 Macy's Santaland Visit Santa in the Downtown Macy's (formerly Meier & Frank). Also visit the Monorail (Upside down Train) memory room. Times Vary Macy's Santaland FREE November 17- December 12, 2016 Pet Photos with Santa Dogs and Cats can get their pictures taken with Santa. Mondays 6-9pm Clackamas Town Center $$$

Trees See website for open days Christmas Tree Trains Join carolers and Santa Claus for a festive trip. Share a holiday meal at the Grange Hall during the layover and, if you like, purchase a freshly cut tree or wreath in the big red barn. Greenery will be loaded onto the train for the return trip to Hood River.   Mt. Hood Railroad 110 Railroad Ave. Hood River, OR 800-872-4661 $24 Adults $16 Kids (2-12) December 3 & 4, 10 &11 Christmas Tree Trains Join us for a ten mile round trip, from Yacolt to Lucia. Through the beautiful North Clark County.  Stopping at Moulton Falls County Park.  Along the way to Moulton Falls you will see the Lewis River from our cliff side vantage point and experience the darkness of a 330 foot tunnel carved out of solid rock. Times Vary Check Schedule http://bycx.com/ 207 N Railroad Ave Yacolt, WA 98675 $65-$85 Family of 4 including tree December 3-4, 2016 2016 Providence Festival of Trees Gingerbread houses, model trains, Teddy Bear hospital, Brightly decorated trees sponsored by local businesses, photos with santa, tree raffles, vote for your favorite tree.  Fun for the whole family. Thu 5:30-10 Fri 10am-9pm Sat 10am-6pm Oregon Convention Center Portland, Oregon $6 adults $5 Senior $4  (3-12) December 3, 2016 Downtown Milwaukie Umbrella Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony The Parade starts at 4:00 with the Tree Lighting at 4:45. Parade walkers with decorated umbrellas should congregate at Waldorf School by 3:45pm. 4-6pm City Hall in Downtown Milwaukie Milwaukie Celebrates with Two Popular Holidays Event FREE Daily 9am-Dark Thorntons' Treeland Visit the barn for our beautiful lifelike Nativity scene and our boutique of unique handmade Christmas gifts. If there's a chill in the air, warm up with hot chocolate and coffee. Enjoy an old-fashioned hayride through the trees. Hayrides run daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pet the animals that join us in celebration of the season in our covered petting area. More ...   Thorntons' Treeland 7617 N.E. 119th Street, Vancouver, Washington 98662 Phone: (360) 573-TREE (573-8733) FREE Admission   List of Tree Farms in the Northwest. www.nwtrees.com

Winter Break Child Care Check your local school district and YMCA for camps. Activities and classes for most days of winter break. Tryon Creek Winter Break Camp Each day has a different theme and many activities are outdoors Times vary each day. Tryon Creek State Park 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. Portland 503-636-9886 $210 for three full days.

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